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Yokohama, Japan

Hiroyuki Yamamoto

This inventor holds 98 USPTO granted patents and 3 published patent applications, plus 1 CIPO patent and 3 EPO patents, primarily in Printing Technology (CPC class 358 80). Top assignees: Canon Kabushiki Kaisha, Konica Corporation, Mazda Motor Corporation. Active years: 1983-2024.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Hiroyuki Yamamoto. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/hiroyuki-yamamoto

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

USPTO Granted Patents = 98 

% Patents Active = 84.7



Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.4

ph-index = 22

Forward Citations = 1,818(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 1,799(Dec 10, 2025)


Inventors with similar research interests:


Location History:

  • Hachioji, JP (1987 - 1998)
  • Chiqasaki, JP (1998)
  • Fuchu-cho, JP (2001)
  • Hiroshima, JP (1987 - 2002)
  • Sagamihara, JP (2012)
  • Yokohama, JP (1983 - 2016)
  • Chigasaki, JP (1998 - 2022)
  • Kawasaki, JP (2001 - 2024)
  • Kanagawa, JP (2004 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal46 out of 92,994 
 
Canon Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
silverMedal19 out of 3,106 
 
Konica Corporation
 patents
bronzeMedal7 out of 4,751 
 
Mazda Motor Corporation
 patents
4. 6 out of 39,374 
 
Fujitsu Corporation
 patents
5. 5 out of 1,252 
 
Konishiroku Photo Industry Co., Ltd.
 patents
6. 4 out of 4,938 
 
Ntt Docomo, Inc.
 patents
7. 4 out of 5,729 
 
Olympus Optical Company, Ltd.
 patents
8. 3 out of 2,526 
 
Konica Minolta Business Technologies, Inc.
 patents
9. 2 out of 53,262 
 
Kabushiki Kaisha Toshiba
 patents
10. 1 out of 864 
 
Kansai Paint Company, Ltd.
 patents
11. 1 out of 2,916 
 
Tokyo Shibaura Denki Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents

Years Active: 1983-2024

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Areas of Expertise:
Printing System
Image Processing
Ink Jet Cartridge
Multilayer Coating
Communication System
Memory Management
Tomography Apparatus
Liquid Discharging
Image Reading
Mixed Reality
Positional Information
98 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12169654 - System and method for providing printing service (2024-12-17),
2. 12073133 - System and method for providing printing service and configured to change printer connection destination (2024-08-27),
3. 12032861 - Printing system, server, control method, and storage medium for controlling a printer (2024-07-09),
4. 12019927 - System, information processing apparatus, control method thereof, and non-transitory computer-readable storage medium for displaying in a chat area an instruction area to receive an instruction to display a print setting screen (2024-06-25),
5. 11720300 - Communicating information concerning printing target data via a messaging screen that is different from a setting screen for communicating printing setting information (2023-08-08),
6. 11633759 - Method for forming multilayer coating film (2023-04-25),
7. 11568854 - Communication system, server system, and control method (2023-01-31),
8. 11424033 - Information processing apparatus, control method therefor, and non-transitory computer-readable storage medium (2022-08-23),
9. 11224404 - Information processing apparatus, information processing method, and non-transitory computer-readable storage medium (2022-01-18),
10. 10970010 - System that issues different identification information corresponding to the same printing apparatus for each issuance request, information processing apparatus, control method thereof, and non-transitory computer-readable storage medium (2021-04-06),
11. 10657579 - System and method for determining and enabling access to a service provider system for print order processing (2020-05-19),
12. 10546377 - Image processing apparatus and method, and processing system (2020-01-28),
13. 9767549 - Image processing apparatus and method, and processing system (2017-09-19),
14. 9612837 - Trace method and information processing apparatus (2017-04-04),
15. 9575827 - Memory management program, memory management method, and memory management device (2017-02-21),

Title: The Innovative Mind of Hiroyuki Yamamoto

Introduction: Hiroyuki Yamamoto, a prolific inventor based in Yokohama, Japan, has amassed an impressive portfolio of 95 patents throughout his career. His contributions to the fields of information processing and printing technologies have significantly shaped contemporary practices in these areas.

Latest Patents: Among his latest innovations are patents that pertain to a sophisticated system and information processing apparatus designed for printing applications. These patents include a control method to display an instruction area within a chat area, facilitating the reception of instructions for print settings. The detailed processes involve the interaction between a first server and a second server, enabling the management and validation of identification information for printing apparatuses, ensuring seamless integration with messaging applications. This advancement not only streamlines the printing process but also enhances user experience by clearly separating communication concerning printing target data from printing setting information.

Career Highlights: Hiroyuki Yamamoto has honed his expertise while working with esteemed companies such as Canon and Konica Corporation. His work in these organizations has allowed him to refine his innovative approaches and develop groundbreaking technologies that address complex printing and information processing challenges.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Yamamoto has collaborated with notable professionals in the field, including Shinji Uchiyama and Toshikazu Ohshima. These partnerships have played a crucial role in fostering innovation and enhancing the development of their projects.

Conclusion: Hiroyuki Yamamoto epitomizes the spirit of innovation and creativity in the realm of technology. His extensive patent portfolio showcases his commitment to advancing information processing systems and printing solutions. As he continues to explore new frontiers in technology, his work will undoubtedly influence future developments in these vital areas.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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